Went to Jim's yesterday and it was goooood. Upstairs seating was a plus. People complaining about rude employees are right but doesn't that go along with the whole experience? Fast greasy food... More

Went to Jim's yesterday and it was goooood. Upstairs seating was a plus. People complaining about rude employees are right but doesn't that go along with the whole experience? Fast greasy food with "throw it at ya" service. I'm a New Yorker so I guess you could say I get the joke. Suburbanites and country folk, try not to take it personally. Laugh when a rude employee insults you, like I did and you'll have a good time and a good steak. Pros: Cheese steaks are awesome Cons: Employees are rude
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When I visited Philadelphia today my friend said you must go to Jim's Steaks. I was amazed when I saw the long lines and smelled the aroma of the cooking. I have eaten cheesesteaks all my life so I... More

When I visited Philadelphia today my friend said you must go to Jim's Steaks. I was amazed when I saw the long lines and smelled the aroma of the cooking. I have eaten cheesesteaks all my life so I feel I know a good one from a bad one. Jim's Steak unfortunately was a bad one. First it arrived with little meat.The cheesesteak was completely tasteless and so bland that I had to eat it together with potato chips just to get the taste of salt to possibly blend with this tasteless sandwich. In addition the staff were placing tomatoes in containers without any gloves.In fact I observed staff eating food with their fingers as they served customers. Not the most sanitary place.It is one thing if you come here just because you see the long lines but if you are a repeat customer and really feel this place is any good.....then you have to wonder are your taste buds awake or asleep.The whole experience has made me want to be a vegetarian. Pros: Absolutely None Cons: Taste, Price and the Long Lines
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I was visiting from LA and hadn't been in Philly for awhile and much to my surprise I've ordered cheesesteaks in California that were 10 times better than this. The workers were all rude, didn't put... More

I was visiting from LA and hadn't been in Philly for awhile and much to my surprise I've ordered cheesesteaks in California that were 10 times better than this. The workers were all rude, didn't put enough cheese whiz on my steak and charged me out the ***. If you're visiting Philly, do Pat's or Geno's, but stay away from this dump. Pros: The upstairs was kind of cool Cons: Employees looked like they were all on work release
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This was the best. I had a cheesesteak at jim's and I craved more. Then I visited pats, Pats had bad food and the didn't care at all about you. If your in phillie and you want a cheesesteak visit... More

This was the best. I had a cheesesteak at jim's and I craved more. Then I visited pats, Pats had bad food and the didn't care at all about you. If your in phillie and you want a cheesesteak visit jim's and not pat's Pros: Example: best croissants in town Cons: What are the drawbacks?
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The service at this dump is downright rude and indifferent. The lazy employees have an attitude problem and don't care about friendly service with a smile. Save your money and go somewhere else... More

The service at this dump is downright rude and indifferent. The lazy employees have an attitude problem and don't care about friendly service with a smile. Save your money and go somewhere else that appreciates your business. Pros: None Cons: Rude Service, Mediocre Cheesesteaks, Overpriced
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Think the best steak & cheese in Philadelphia can be found at either Pat's or Geno's? Wrong! It's at Jim's! Pros: Best Steaks Cons: What are the drawbacks?

Think the best steak & cheese in Philadelphia can be found at either Pat's or Geno's? Wrong! It's at Jim's! Pros: Best Steaks Cons: What are the drawbacks?
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It's all in the cheese wiz!!! Although it's crowded, once you're inside there's space to sit down. Pros: Best cheese steaks in Philly Cons: The wait is a bit much but definitely worth it

It's all in the cheese wiz!!! Although it's crowded, once you're inside there's space to sit down. Pros: Best cheese steaks in Philly Cons: The wait is a bit much but definitely worth it
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Tourists to Philadelphia - Do what the locals do. We locals know that Pat's and Geno's are two tourist traps living off of their prior reputations. If you want to have a great cheesesteak, you... More

Tourists to Philadelphia - Do what the locals do. We locals know that Pat's and Geno's are two tourist traps living off of their prior reputations. If you want to have a great cheesesteak, you don't have to go any farhter than Center City. Jim's Steaks offers the best! Forget the cheese whiz (which I always said was simply disgusting) - go for the provolone. You might experience a long wait - that should tell you something positive is about to be served to you. Pros: Best cheesesteak in Center City, Philadelphia Cons: Seating area is not the best
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Best meat + best buns + best technique = Jim's. If you want to look like a total douche, get the Cheese Whiz which the other places prefer because they're too lazy. Stick with the... More

Best meat + best buns + best technique = Jim's. If you want to look like a total douche, get the Cheese Whiz which the other places prefer because they're too lazy. Stick with the American. Pros: Best steaks in town Cons: LIMITED seating and long lines on Saturdays
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I was in Philly for one day and had to find the best cheesesteak. Going by these reviews decided to try Jim's then Pat's. SKIP Pat's, it tasted like any other cheesesteak I've had, not bad just not... More

I was in Philly for one day and had to find the best cheesesteak. Going by these reviews decided to try Jim's then Pat's. SKIP Pat's, it tasted like any other cheesesteak I've had, not bad just not special. Jim's however was teh best steak I've had! You walk up to the grill and order, right in front of you is heaping piles of meat and onions and peppers. I had the Provolone onions and peppers (i know i should have gotten the wiz) it was delicious! great bread, great steak! If you are on the same mission I was, skip the others, eat here twice (i wish i had)
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